Comparison

BLE Update vs ReeMate

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

BLE Update

This utility app enables convenient over-the-air firmware updates for Bluetooth Low Energy devices. It is specifically designed for devices utilizing the Arendi BLE-Platform, allowing seamless updates directly from your mail application.

Highlights
  • Over-the-air firmware updates
  • Bluetooth Low Energy device support
  • Arendi BLE-Platform integration
  • Convenient updates from mail app
Features
Read full description

Keep your Bluetooth Low Energy devices running the latest firmware — quickly, securely, and without ever plugging in a cable. Ble Update is the firmware update companion for devices built on the Arendi BLE‑Platform. It scans for nearby BLE devices, connects, and pushes new firmware directly over the air — no PC, no cables, no workshop visit required. Built for the field, not just the lab: Nordic DFU support — the proven standard for firmware updates on Nordic Semiconductor‑based BLE devices SMP (Simple Management Protocol) support — for the latest generation of connected devices, including those built on Zephyr and MCUboot Guided, step‑by‑step update flow — connect, select the firmware file, and update in a few taps Reliable over‑the‑air delivery — built to handle real‑world BLE conditions out in the field Works straight from your phone or tablet — take firmware updates wherever your devices are Whether you're a technician updating a single device on‑site or managing a whole fleet of connected products, Ble Update gives you a fast, dependable way to keep firmware current — right from your pocket. Part of the Arendi BLE‑Platform ecosystem.

About

ReeMate

Read full description

Control your Mac from your iPhone — fast, secure, and always within reach. ReeMate is built for those moments when your Mac is just out of reach: on the couch, during a presentation, or while you're focused on something else. Pair once, and your iPhone connects to your Mac in seconds, every time. ReeMate requires the free companion app ReeMate Server installed on your Mac. Instructions to download and install it are provided within the app. Key features: - Wireless remote control for your Mac over your local network or a direct Wi-Fi link - Secure by design: every iPhone–Mac pair gets its own encrypted connection - Quick pairing: scan a QR code or enter a 6-digit code - Automatic reconnection after your Mac sleeps or your network changes - Volume controls: raise/lower volume and mute instantly - Microphone controls: mute/unmute without touching your Mac - Media controls: play/pause, next, previous - Presentation controls: next slide, previous slide and black screen for Keynote and PowerPoint - Mouse control: use your iPhone like a trackpad to move the cursor with precision - Mouse actions: click, right-click, drag and scroll, with natural momentum - Remote keyboard: use your iPhone as a wireless Mac keyboard - Shortcuts: trigger common or custom keyboard shortcuts, with your favourites one tap away on the remote ReeMate keeps the experience clean and focused: it's a practical remote designed for real life.

Screenshots

BLE Update3 screens
ReeMate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BLE Update at none against ReeMate's 1. BLE Update also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). ReeMate's advantage is update cadence (every 3 months vs every 23 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. ReeMate sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BLE Update asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BLE Update ships an update every 23 months, ReeMate every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
BLE Update versus ReeMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBLE UpdateReeMate
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 23 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArendi AGMarco Avizzano

In-app purchases

None

BLE Update

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ReeMate

One-time1
  • ReeMate Unlimited$9.99

Questions

Is BLE Update free?
BLE Update is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ReeMate free?
ReeMate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do BLE Update or ReeMate have ads?
Neither BLE Update nor ReeMate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BLE Update or ReeMate?
BLE Update ships an update every 23 months, and ReeMate every 3 months. Most recently, BLE Update was updated on October 6, 2026 and ReeMate on October 9, 2026.

Other comparisons